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Are you screening your potential employees with computer testing? Whether that means basic computer literacy, software specific testing, or typing speed, you should be screening all relevant employees and here’s why: Make the right hire – the first time. Without proper computer testing you could be hiring an employee that

Finding and screening experienced and talented candidates from scratch is a very grueling experience. This is because the process can potentially take up hundreds of hours of time. Researching, contacting potential candidates, and persuading candidates to consider your opportunity really adds up. Good news: these are all the primary functions

Being great at interviews requires a lot of social skill, and a bit of luck. But first, you need to actually land an interview… How do you do that? Make sure your resume stands out above the rest, so that Okanagan recruiters will notice you! To get an interview for

What is Onboarding As a business owner, it is doubtful that you are not familiar with the term onboarding. But what does it really mean, when all is said and done? Google tells us that it’s “the process of integrating a new employee into an organization”, and we have to

Gone are the days of stagnant, stale, and rambly job descriptions. Business industries are rapidly evolving, and thanks to the use of social media it is now easier than ever before to increase your pool of potential applicants. However, factoring in the sea of job positions available online through LinkedIn

As human beings, many factors contribute to our sense of self-worth and well-being. Employment is a very important part of our lives as well, and finding the right career will make all the difference for your own happiness. But how do we find that perfect career path? Where to Start

The path to becoming an executive isn’t an easy one. You need to have a proven track record and the drive to succeed. But even if you have those things, finding a place to start your executive career search can be intimidating. Especially, if you are new to the Okanagan

Finding and screening experienced and talented candidates from scratch is a very grueling experience. This is because the process can potentially take up hundreds of hours of time. Researching, contacting potential candidates, and persuading candidates to consider your opportunity really adds up. Good news: these are all the primary functions

Being great at interviews requires a lot of social skill, and a bit of luck. But first, you need to actually land an interview… How do you do that? Make sure your resume stands out above the rest, so that Okanagan recruiters will notice you! To get an interview for

What is Onboarding As a business owner, it is doubtful that you are not familiar with the term onboarding. But what does it really mean, when all is said and done? Google tells us that it’s “the process of integrating a new employee into an organization”, and we have to

Gone are the days of stagnant, stale, and rambly job descriptions. Business industries are rapidly evolving, and thanks to the use of social media it is now easier than ever before to increase your pool of potential applicants. However, factoring in the sea of job positions available online through LinkedIn

As human beings, many factors contribute to our sense of self-worth and well-being. Employment is a very important part of our lives as well, and finding the right career will make all the difference for your own happiness. But how do we find that perfect career path? Where to Start

The path to becoming an executive isn’t an easy one. You need to have a proven track record and the drive to succeed. But even if you have those things, finding a place to start your executive career search can be intimidating. Especially, if you are new to the Okanagan

Platinum Recruiting, formerly Platinum Personnel, is a privately owned company established in 1999 as a full-service personnel agency. Our team brings a combined 35 years’ experience within Personnel and Human Resources and we are skilled at providing quality candidates to businesses in all occupations and industries.